1962 NSU Prinz vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 kg more than 1962 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 46 L |
